Atheism: You are most suited to be an athiest. Athiests believe that there is no god. Most likely you believe in science and the cold, hard facts that science brings. You probably don't like to think about what comes after death, focusing more on life. That can be a good thing, but people need something to believe in. Remember that and try not to criticize people if they are religious.

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica]Generally, Secular Humanists are atheists or agnostics who value ethics, reason, logic, rational/critical thinking, inquisitiveness, use of scientific methods to learn about the world, and humanitarian action to improve the quality of life of individuals and humankind. Related: Scientific Humanism, Scientific Skeptics; Freethought, Ethical Culture, etc.. Some secular humanists identify as "deist," believing that a mystical force was responsible for the origins of matter and life ("First Cause"), but is no longer present or in control. [/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica]Belief in Deity: Belief in deity is disregarded as irrational or as an unnecessary hypothesis,or unknowable; many secular humanists take a strong atheistic stand. Some say that claiming the existence of a "Flying Spaghetti Monster" is no less valid than claims of a Supreme Being. Incarnations: Same as above. Origins of universe/life: The scientific method is most respected as the means for revealing the mysteries of the origins of the universe and life. After death: The concept of an afterlife or any kind of spiritual existence after death is not recognized or is viewed with deep skepticism, or viewed as unimportant/irrelevant as it cannot be disproved. Some oppose such beliefs as irrational, or lacking in credible evidence. Those who claim to be able to contact or "channel" the dead are viewed with suspicion. No afterlife heaven or hell: most important is how you live your life and serve humanity now. Why evil? No concept of evil," or Satan, or supernatural Karmic action. Reasons for wrongdoing are explored through scientific methods, e.g. through study of sociology, psychology, criminology, etc. Salvation: No concept of afterlife or spiritual liberation or salvation. Realizing ones personal potential and working for the betterment of humanity through ethical consciousness and social works are considered paramount, but from a naturalistic rather than spiritual standpoint. Undeserved suffering: No spiritual reasons, but rather a matter of human vulnerability to misfortune, illness, natural disasters, and victimization. Secular humanists believe rational thinking and human actions can reduce human suffering. Contemporary Issues: The American Humanist Association endorses self-determination and privacy in matters such as abortion, reproduction, sexual orientation, gender roles, etc.. Secular humanists generally initiate and support secular programs/legal action for equal rights for homosexuals, gender equality, racial equality, anti-poverty, health, peace and non-violence, and environmental protection. They value separation of church and state. They take a secular approach to divorce and remarriage. Some organizations actively oppose supernatural and/or unproven claims (e.g."pseudoscience"), which are regarded as obstacles to individual well-being and and human progress. [/FONT]

Belief in Deity: Very diverse deity beliefs, as Unitarian Universalists (UU) welcome all deity beliefs as well as non-theistic. The UU tradition does not generally offer deity-centered services; few UU believe in a corporeal or incorporeal "personal" God. Many believe in a universal life spirit or force within that connects all, which some UU refer to as "God."

Incarnations: Very diverse beliefs, but most do not believe in a supernatural deity nor incarnation as such; many believe that all are the embodiment of God. Some believe Christ is God's Son; most view Christ as an important figure, a "wayshower," exemplary of the power of love, compassion, and humanitarian values.

Origins of universe/life: Diverse beliefs; most believe in the Bible as symbolic and that natural processes such as evolution account for the origins of the universe and life.

After death: Diverse beliefs; most believe that heaven and hell are not actual places but symbolic. Some believe heaven and hell are states of consciousness either in life or continuing after death; some believe in reincarnation; many believe that a supernatural afterlife is nonexistent or not known or not important, and that actions in life are all that matter. Many believe that one lives on through their legacy and memories held by those they impacted in life.

Why evil?: Diverse beliefs. Some believe wrong is committed when people distance themselves from God. Some believe in &#8220;karma" in the sense that "what goes around comes around." Many believe wrongdoing is a matter of human nature, psychology, sociology, etc.

Salvation: Some believe in salvation through faith in God and Jesus Christ, along with doing good works and doing no harm to others. Many believe all will be saved, as God is good and forgiving. Some believe in reincarnation and the necessity to eliminate personal greed or to learn all of life&#8217;s lessons before achieving enlightenment or salvation. For many, the concepts of salvation or enlightenment are irrelevant or disbelieved, or that you achieve your highest level of actualization through devotion to humanitarian works.

Undeserved suffering: Diverse beliefs. It would be a rare Unitarian Universalists that believes that a literal Satan causes suffering. Some believe suffering is part of God&#8217;s plan, will, or design even if we don&#8217;t immediately understand it. Many don't believe in any spiritual reasons for suffering, but turn their attention to reducing suffering.

Religion is nothing more than a cloak in which to enclose the minds of the weak, it is the oldest and most widely used mind control trick known to modern man and has done so successfully for at least the last 2k years on the masses in general.

A hooky 5 question "test" made by a user on another site, ya that is convincing. Further there are so many options and questions missing to make it nearly useless. It did register me as Christian but then that was easy after I said how to attain the after life.

So RGS attacks the first short quiz which I said was 'for kicks' and ignores the second one, posting only to continue to follow JB around like a lost puppy

The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd. Indeed in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind, a widespread belief is more likely to be foolish than sensible.
-Bertrand Russell

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